Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as our inaugural 2026 Futurist Lead to architect tomorrow's disruptive technologies today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to spearhead our R&D roadmap for the 2026 horizon, bridging quantum computing, biotech convergence, and AI ethics. This pivotal role demands a blend of technical acumen and foresight to transform emerging paradigms into scalable innovations. Collaborate with Nobel laureates, patent 15+ breakthroughs annually, and shape the future of human-machine symbiosis.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 technology roadmaps integrating quantum computing, neuro-interfaces, and sustainable materials science
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams of 20+ researchers in rapid prototyping and MVP validation
- Secure $15M+ in federal grants for emerging tech initiatives with DARPA/NSF
- Develop patent portfolios with 95+ success rate for AI-agnostic algorithms
- Present findings at Davos and TED to influence global policy frameworks
- Mentor 5+ junior futurists through Horizon's incubation program
Qualifications
- PhD in Computational Physics, Bioengineering, or equivalent with 10+ years in R&D leadership
- Published 50+ peer-reviewed papers on quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Proven track record of scaling lab innovations to commercial deployments
- Expertise in regulatory frameworks for autonomous systems and biotech
- Proficiency in futures modeling using Monte Carlo simulations
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum computing stacks
- Active clearance for DoD-level secure facilities